Cloudy and warm but the water temperature at Catlins River Mouth will be noticeably colder than the air today. Most surfers will need a spring wetsuit. Feeling warmer out of the water than in the sea today.

Catlins River Mouth sea water temperatures peak in the range 12 to 14°C (54 to 57°F) on around the 8th of February and are at their minimum on about the 30th of July, in the range 8 to 10°C (46 to 50°F). The highest sea water temperatures at Catlins River Mouth in early to mid February are ideally suited to a 4/3mm wetsuit + 3mm boots, although a 5/3mm wetsuit may be preferable for longer sessions and cold windy days. At its minimum at the tail of July, low sea water temperatures at Catlins River Mouth are suited to a 5/4mm or 5/3mm good quality wetsuit with neoprene gloves and 3mm boots. You will need a hood if it's windy or the air is cold.